What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Security Analyst position at Operation PAR, Inc?
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.
BENEFITS:
- 9 paid holidays per year
- 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- 401k matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Information Security Analyst is responsible for safeguarding the organization’s information systems, networks, and data, with a primary focus on protecting Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in a nonprofit healthcare environment. This role supports the organization’s cybersecurity program through monitoring, analysis, incident response, risk management, and compliance activities aligned with regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA and HITECH, as well as 42 CFR part 2. This position will be responsible for helping the executive team to set the direction for overall information security within the environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Security Operations & Monitoring:
- Monitor security tools (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, email security platforms)
- Analyze security alerts and respond appropriately
- Conduct log analysis across systems
- Participate in vulnerability scanning and remediation tracking
Incident Response & Threat Management:
- Support incident response lifecycle
- Document incidents and maintain evidence
- Assist in ransomware preparedness exercises
- Collaborate with IT and business units
Risk Management & Compliance:
- Assist in HIPAA risk assessments
- Maintain security policies and procedures
- Support compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, 42 CFR part 2, and NIST CSF
- Participate in audits as required
Security Awareness & Training:
- Support phishing simulations and training
- Educate staff on PHI handling
- Promote cybersecurity awareness
System & Data Protection:
- Maintain IAM and MFA controls
- Support encryption and DLP strategies
- Review access for least privilege
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:
- Work with IT, clinical teams, and other departments across the organization to ensure compliance
- Stay current on threats
- Recommend security improvements
Key Competencies:
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Integrity
- Task prioritization
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree in Cybersecurity/IT or equivalent experience
- Minimum 2 years progressive experience
- Knowledge of networking, operating systems, and security principles
- Familiarity with PHI protection
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Security or CISSP certification
- Healthcare or nonprofit experience
- Experience with SIEM, EDR, cloud security
- Familiarity with NIST CSF or HITRUST
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
- Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
- Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
- Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
- Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid driver's license
- Must pass level II background(https://info.flclearinghouse.com) and drug screen
- Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Ability to write accurately and legibly
- Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows based computers
- Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
- Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
- Ability to bend, stoop and reach
- Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time
- Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
- Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
- Good hearing and vision
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Office Setting
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000